El Sitio Coffee Bar
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
29
Score
Across the available record, El Sitio Coffee Bar has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which El Sitio Coffee Bar's 29 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Kitchen cooks.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed most cooked foods exceed 7 day from over 2 weeks inside the cool.chicken, beef, pork etc.
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
05-13-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
16-07-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Kitchen oven accumulation of food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of food debris on top of all kitchen shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of old grease on kitchen wall cooking equipment area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
29
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Near three compartments sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Kitchen.
36-68-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
70
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk located near coffee machine (85F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 10 minutes. Recheck milk (165 F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (50F - Cold Holding) located at cook line area , as per operator less than 15 minutes. Manager stored inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine 00 ppm. Recheck 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
50
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream milk (58F - Cold Holding) stored on top of prep table. As per operator less than 30 minutes. Operator stored inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Utensils.
24-05-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Kitchen.
36-68-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Salt.
14-01-5
74
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed mashed potatoes (48-50F - Cooling) as per operator cooling from last night. See stop sale.
03D-06-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over cooked rice located inside reach in freezer. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand located bar area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. **Repeat Violation**
36-68-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Gasket.
14-74-7
55
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
50
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 00ppm); Recheck Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm). Located kitchen area.
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over vegetables soup and beef empanadas inside reach in freezer.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers inside hand wash sink located front counter area. Operator removed during inspection.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Mariana Soledad, Michael.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup, cooked chicken, cooked beef not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located at kitchen area.
21-12-4
43
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken and beef stored directly inside grocery plastic bags inside reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over beef empanadas.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice bucket inside. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed running water at 85°f per four minutes. **Repeat Violation**
27-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic containers with cook oil. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed running water at 85°f per four minutes.
27-10-4
50
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Sitio Coffee Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Sitio Coffee Bar on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Sitio Coffee Bar?
Across the inspection record, “hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Sitio Coffee Bar.
How does El Sitio Coffee Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Sitio Coffee Bar most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Sitio Coffee Bar's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Sitio Coffee Bar have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Sitio Coffee Bar means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is El Sitio Coffee Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Sitio Coffee Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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